Kellanova Queretaro Earns Low Carbon Emissions Seal for 2024

Kellanova’s Queretaro plant has been awarded the 2024 Low Carbon Emissions State Seal, recognizing its efforts in compensating over 5,730t of CO₂. The distinction aligns with the company’s global sustainability strategy, Better Days, which aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2050.

The recognition was presented by Marco Del Prete, Queretaro’s Minister of Sustainable Development (SEDESU), during a ceremony at Kellanova’s offices. Del Prete highlighted the company’s long-standing economic, employment, and environmental contributions to the state. Kellanova, formerly Kellogg Company, was the first North American firm to establish operations in Queretaro. 

To qualify for the Low Carbon Emissions State Seal, Kellanova offset 20% of its CO₂ emissions through two key initiatives. The first, Carbono Biodiverso Project in the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve, supports forest conservation, protects endangered species, and strengthens the local economy. The second, in collaboration with CoreZero and Mexico’s Food Bank (BAMX), focuses on food recovery and redistribution, reducing GHG emissions by preventing food waste.

Alina Hernández, Senior Director of Corporate Affairs, Kellanova Latin America, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainability. “Sustainability is not just a goal but a responsibility we embrace every day. This recognition motivates us to continue innovating and taking concrete actions to contribute to a more sustainable future,” she said.

Kellanova’s Queretaro plant has maintained the Industria Limpia (Clean Industry) certification from the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA) for over 20 years, recognizing its efforts to mitigate environmental impact. The facility, in operation for more than 50 years, produces cereals such as Zucaritas and Corn Flakes and generates approximately 2,000 jobs in the state.